Travel tracking apps have become essential for documenting our adventures and planning future journeys. Yet most popular platforms—TripIt, TravelSpend, Google My Maps—trade your privacy for convenience, lock your travel data behind proprietary walls, and charge recurring fees for features you may never use. AdventureLog is here to change that. This open-source, self-hosted travel companion puts you back in control, offering a beautifully comprehensive, lightning-fast, and privacy-first way to document your adventures—on your terms.
Website: https://adventurelog.app
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Why Choose AdventureLog?
In a landscape dominated by closed-source, cloud-based travel apps, AdventureLog stands out with a radically different approach:
Privacy First
All your adventures are stored locally, never sent to the cloud unless you choose. Your travel memories remain yours—no data mining, no third-party analytics, no risk of leaks.
Lightning-Fast & Comprehensive
Built with modern web technologies, AdventureLog delivers instant performance while offering comprehensive travel tracking. Plan itineraries, log adventures, and visualize your travels in seconds.
Rich Travel Features
Enjoy full-featured travel planning with interactive maps, detailed itineraries, country/region tracking, and collaborative trip planning with friends and family.
Customizable & Extensible
Personalize your travel workspace with custom categories, privacy settings, and collaborative features. Make AdventureLog truly yours.
Open Source & Free Forever
No subscriptions, no paywalls, no feature gating. All code is available under the GPL 3.0 license, with a growing community of contributors.
Effortless Deployment
Spin up your own AdventureLog instance in under 60 seconds with our one-line installer, or deploy using Docker, Proxmox, Synology NAS, and more.
Spotlight on Key Features
1. Adventure Tracking & World Map
• Log adventures with rich details: locations, dates, descriptions, ratings, and photos
• Interactive world map showing all your travels
• Custom categories for organizing different types of adventures
• Filter by visited vs. planned destinations
• Click-to-add new adventures directly on the map
2. Comprehensive Trip Planning
• Multi-day itinerary builder with day-by-day planning
• Flight information tracking and management
• Collaborative notes and shared planning with friends/family
• Packing checklists and resource links
• Calendar and map views for visual trip organization
3. Privacy & Data Ownership
• All data stored locally by default
• No forced cloud sync or external dependencies
• Export and backup your travel data at any time
• Share adventures publicly or keep them private
4. Travel Analytics & Insights
• Track countries, regions, and cities visited
• Beautiful travel statistics and milestone tracking
• Visual progress maps showing your global footprint
• Celebrate your travel achievements with detailed analytics
5. Community-Driven Development
• Active GitHub community with regular updates
• Responsive developer engagement and feature requests
• GPL 3.0 license ensuring long-term community ownership
• Growing user base of passionate travelers
AdventureLog vs. Closed-Source Alternatives
How does AdventureLog compare to the big names in travel tracking? Here’s a side-by-side look:
| Feature | AdventureLog | TripIt | Polarsteps | Google My Maps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free, open-source | $49/year Pro | $4-8/month | Free (with Google account) |
| Data Control | 100% local/self-hosted | Cloud-only | Cloud-only | Google servers only |
| Source Code | ✅ GPL 3.0 License | ❌ Closed | ❌ Closed | ❌ Closed |
| Interactive Maps | ✅ Full | ⚠️ Limited | ✅ Full | ✅ Full |
| Offline Access | ✅ Always | ❌ None | ⚠️ Limited | ⚠️ Cached only |
| Trip Planning | ✅ Full itineraries | ✅ Good | ⚠️ Basic | ❌ None |
| Collaboration | ✅ Full sharing | ✅ Limited | ✅ Full | ✅ Full |
| Photo Storage | ✅ Unlimited local | ⚠️ Limited | ✅ Cloud-based | ✅ Google Photos |
| Privacy Control | ✅ Complete | ❌ None | ❌ None | ❌ Google tracking |
| Export Options | ✅ Full data export | ⚠️ PDF only | ⚠️ Limited | ⚠️ Google formats |
| Mobile Support | PWA, responsive | Native apps | Native apps | Mobile web/app |
| Custom Categories | ✅ Unlimited | ❌ None | ⚠️ Limited | ✅ Custom layers |
Beyond the Feature Matrix
No Vendor Lock-In: With AdventureLog, your travel data is always accessible, exportable, and portable—no proprietary formats or forced subscriptions.
No Data Mining: Unlike cloud-based tools, AdventureLog never scans your travel data for advertising or analytics purposes.
No Feature Gating: All features are available to every user, with no upsells or premium tiers limiting your travel tracking.
No Subscription Fatigue: Use AdventureLog for free, forever, with no hidden costs or recurring charges.
Getting Started in Minutes
AdventureLog is designed for effortless deployment:
🚀 One-Line Install (Recommended)
curl -sSL https://get.adventurelog.app | bash
🐳 Docker
docker run -d \
--name adventurelog \
-p 8000:8000 \
-v adventurelog_data:/app/data \
seanmorley15/adventurelog:latest
💻 Full Installation Guide
- Visit the comprehensive installation docs
- Support for Docker, Proxmox, Synology NAS, and more
- Access your travel hub at
http://localhost:8000
🌐 Try the Live Demo
Experience AdventureLog instantly at adventurelog.app
Real-World Success Stories
“I switched from TripIt to AdventureLog and finally feel like my travel data is truly mine. No more worrying about subscription costs or losing access to my memories if a company shuts down.”
— Maya, Travel Blogger
“AdventureLog’s collaborative planning features are incredible. My family can all contribute to our vacation planning in real-time, and we don’t have to worry about privacy issues.”
— David, Family Travel Coordinator
“As someone who travels extensively for work and pleasure, AdventureLog’s detailed analytics help me see patterns in my travel and plan better future trips.”
— Alex, Digital Nomad
Practical Applications
Personal Travel Journal
Build your own comprehensive travel diary with photos, ratings, and detailed memories—all stored privately and securely.
Family Trip Planning
Collaborate with family members on vacation planning, sharing itineraries, and building collective travel memories.
Business Travel Tracking
Track work trips, expense-related travel, and maintain detailed records without exposing sensitive company travel patterns to third parties.
Travel Goals & Bucket Lists
Visualize your travel goals, track progress toward visiting specific countries or regions, and celebrate milestones with detailed analytics.
Group Adventure Planning
Coordinate complex group trips with shared itineraries, collaborative planning, and real-time updates for all participants.
Join the AdventureLog Community
With a growing GitHub community and passionate developer engagement, AdventureLog represents the future of privacy-focused travel tracking:
- Contribute Code: Help enhance features or fix bugs via GitHub
- Suggest Features: Share your travel tracking ideas and use cases
- Translate: Help make AdventureLog accessible in more languages
- Support Development: Star the project and spread the word to fellow travelers
Final Thoughts
Your travel memories are your personal treasures—don’t let them be held hostage by closed platforms, hidden fees, or privacy risks. AdventureLog represents a new era of travel tracking: open, private, comprehensive, and truly yours. Whether you’re a casual traveler, digital nomad, family vacation planner, or anyone who values their adventures, AdventureLog offers a compelling alternative that puts you back in control.
Ready to reclaim your travel data? Explore adventurelog.app or dive into the code on GitHub. Your next adventure awaits—and now you can document it exactly how you want.
